Indulge in the rich and creamy flavors of this homemade pumpkin pie, the perfect dessert for your Thanksgiving feast or any fall gathering. This recipe uses a combination of fresh pumpkin puree, aromatic spices, and a flaky homemade crust to create a pie that is truly a crowd-pleaser. Prepare to impress your family and friends with this delectable treat!
Ingredients
- 1 ¾ cups pumpkin puree
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 3 large eggs
- 1 ¼ cups evaporated milk
- 1 unbaked pie crust
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, sugar, salt, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and nutmeg. Mix well until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, beat the eggs. Add the beaten eggs and evaporated milk to the pumpkin mixture. Stir until smooth and well combined.
- Carefully pour the mixture into the unbaked pie crust, spreading it evenly.
- Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Then reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and continue baking for an additional 40-45 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.
- Allow the pie to cool completely on a wire rack before serving. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
- Optional: Serve with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for added indulgence.
